Freight Forwarder
Category: logistics
An intermediary that arranges shipping, customs clearance and documentation for cargo.
A freight forwarder is a logistics intermediary that arranges the transportation of goods on behalf of shippers. They handle booking, documentation, customs clearance, insurance, and coordination across sea, air, and ground transport. Key partners for cross-border e-commerce sellers.
Examples
- • Freight forwarders negotiate shipping rates and handle all documentation for international shipments.
- • A freight forwarder can arrange door-to-door delivery from a Chinese factory to an Amazon FBA warehouse.
- • Popular freight forwarders for Amazon sellers include Flexport, Freightos, and Freightcom.